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  Meet the Rangemaster

  With a Rangemaster at the heart of your kitchen, your kitchen is always the heart of your home.

  Famed for their wide collection of quality engineered range cookers, offering a variety of traditional and contemporary colours and styles, Rangemaster recognise that co-ordination is key in kitchen design and have developed an impressive range of other kitchen products and appliances. For example, Rangemaster is the UK’s largest manufacturer of kitchen sinks, offering cutting edge designs for every type of kitchen.

  Go sleek and stylish with the new geometric inspired stainless steel Senator sink, sure to make a statement in any home. A smooth, sloped drainer and square ‘zero radius’ bowls make the Senator sink ideal for contemporary kitchen styles.

  

  British country chic more your style? Look no further – Rangemaster’s ceramic sink collection includes an attractive mix of undermounted, sit-on and butler-style models to blend seamlessly into an Old English kitchen.

  If you want the hottest look for your kitchen, then you’ll love Rangemaster’s wide selection of fridge-freezers and wine storage units. Available in a variety of styles and high quality finishes to co-ordinate with other Rangemaster appliances, each offers a whole host of highly enviable features. The true hero within this range is the DxD four door fridge-freezer. A benchmark in ergonomic design, the DxD offers spatially efficient food storage and a host of clever cooling innovations, stylishly contained within sleek, modern aesthetics. Available in Stainless Steel, Cream or Black to co-ordinate with the popular Rangemaster cookers, the DxD offers enough space for even the largest of families.

  

  For the grown- ups – if wine making is an art, why not exhibit your collection? A Dual Zone wine storage unit is the perfect compromise for those favouring both red and white varieties, and will prove a showstopper at dinner parties! With two independently controlled cavities, the unit can be set to two different temperatures for preserving (or serving) your best collection at the correct temperature and humidity.

  As one of the UK’s leading kitchen appliance brands, Rangemaster also offers a comprehensive range of dishwashers, taps and built-in cooking products all designed to complement and co-ordinate with your chosen range cooker and made to exacting standards.

  For further information on Rangemaster’s stunning range cooking collection, or the comprehensive range of wider appliances as above, visit www.rangemaster.co.uk

  Life revolves around a Rangemaster.

  

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  The master in the kitchen

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  Cooking delicious food is not just about getting the right ingredients, but also about having the right equipment. Neff has been making ovens since 1877 that are not only sleek and stylish but reliable too, with each one coming with a two-year manufacturer's guarantee.

  All Neff ovens come with CircoTherm, a unique cooking system that helps create deliciously moist cakes and succulent Sunday roasts. It works by circulating air faster than ordinary ovens, surrounding the food on all sides and heating it within a shorter period of time at a lower temperature. This means that meat is quick to seal, keeping all those flavours inside, and it is easier to clean as there is less splashing and spitting.

  How the CircoTherm system works:
  The fan: CircoTherm works by drawing air in from the oven via a powerful fan that heats up the air and forces it back into the oven through holes in the rear wall.

  

  Good circulation: By circulating hot air continuously around the cavity, it reaches the desired temperature quickly and more evenly than in a normal oven, saving both time and energy.

  Direct heat: As the hot air is focused directly onto the food, heat is evenly distributed on the shelf positions 1, 3 and 4. Shelf position 2 will have a lower temperature. In fact, a three-course meal can be cooked at the same time, without the flavours intermingling - perfect for dinner parties.

  Grill benefits: CircoTherm grilling is the ideal way to cook. There's no need to turn fish, steaks and sausages as the air circulates around the oven, providing an even cooking result.

  So whether you're cooking a large meal for the family or baking cakes with the little ones, Neff ovens are the perfect choice for any meal, not to mention easy on the housework and energy bills.

  Neff's senior home economist, Lynn Williams, has created fabulous recipes that make the most of CircoTherm technology for you to try out in your own Neff oven, here is how to make, our favourite, baked risotto with gorgonzola:

  

  Serves 6 (as a starter)
  Preparation
  Cooking 35 mins
  Ingredients:
  140g (5oz) sliced pancetta
  15g (½oz) unsalted butter
  6 small shallots, peeled and finely chopped
  2 cloves garlic, crushed
  340g (12oz) arborio rice
  125ml (¼oz) white wine
  1 litre (2 pints) boiling chicken stock

  For the topping:
  85g (3oz) fresh white breadcrumbs
  1 tsp dried oregano
  1tbsp dried mixed herbs
  170g (6oz) Piccante Gorgonzola, crumbled

  Step 1: Place pancetta on a wire rack ovre a universal tray and cook on shelf 1 at 200°C CircoTherm for 10min. Remove from oven and set aside. Turn down the heat to 180°C.
  Step 2: Meanwhile, melt butter in a 2-litre (4 pint) flame and ovenproof casserole dish. Add the shallots and swear for 5 min. Stir in the garlic, most of the pancetta (torn into small pieces) and rice, then add the wine and bubble off the alcohol.
  Step 3: Add the stock all in one go, then cover and place in the oven on shelf 1. Cook for 15min, until rice is al dente.
  Step 4:Mix the breadcrumbs with the herbs and half the Gorgonzola. Spoon this topping over the risotto and scatter with the remaining pancetta and cheese.
  Step 5: Switch oven to CircoRoasting 180°C and cook, uncovered, for a further 10min, until the Gorgonzola starts to melt and the crumbs are crisp.
  Cook's tip: CircoTherm ensures the rice cooks evenly without sticking or drying out and without needing to be stirred. If your oven doesn't have CircoRoasting, flash the risotto under the grill for a few minutes to melt the cheese and crisp the crumb topping.

  For more information on Neff ovens, the CircoTherm system and for recipe ideas, head to neff.co.uk

  

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  Review of Hotpoint Ultima HUG61X gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven.Dimensions; 91 x 61 x 66cm. Top oven volume;28l. Main oven volume; 54l. Top oven; 1 shelf/1 grill tray/ 5 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 6 shelf positions. Stay clean liners. Light in main oven. Glass hob cover. Auto ignition. Slow cook and warming settings. Drop down top oven door, left hinged main door. Hobs; LB; 2kw, LF; 3kw, RF;3 kw, RB; 2kw.

  Comments

  Good points: large capacity top and main ovens, four separate pan supports for ease of cleaning, good even coverage under the grill. Large viewing windows. Drawbacks: Large cooker, not suitable for a small kitchen.

  Rating: 86/100

  Price Range: £495 - 556

  Stockist: 08000 921 922 - http://www.hotpoint.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

  
  

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  Review of Indesit KD3G2SAIR gas cooker

  Features

  Free-standing single oven; Dimensions; 89 x 50 x 62 cm, Main oven volume; 45l. Top grill; 1 grill pan/2 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 5 shelf positions. Top grill; drop down door, Main oven; left hinged. Hobs; LB; 1.9kw, LF; 1kw, RF;3kw, RB; 1.9kw.

  Comments

  Good Points: Good size for small households, very accurate thermostat. Drawbacks: manual ignition, only grill in top oven, restricted oven space. No clock.

  Rating: 78/100

  Price Range: £234 - 326

  Stockist: 08000 921 922 - http://www.indesit.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Belling FSG60DO/DOP gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven; Dimensions; 93 x 60 x 60 cm Top oven volume; 27l. Main oven volume; 48l. Top oven; 1 grill pan/ 1 shelf/ 2 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 5 shelf positions. Top oven; drop down door. Main oven; left hinge. Light in main oven, slow cook setting, Electric grill. Glass hob cover, Hobs; LB 2kw LF; 1kw, RF; 2kw, RB; 3kw

  Comments

  Good points: modern appearance, achieved good results when baking and roasting. Drawbacks: Slightly uneven grilling results, electric grill.

  Rating: 77/100

  Price Range: £449 - 451

  Stockist: 0844 815 3746 - http://www.belling.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Beko DVG5922 gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven: Dimensions; 90 x 50 x 61 cm. Top oven volume; 16l. Main oven volume; 41l. Top oven; 1 shelf/1 grill pan/ 3 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 6 shelf positions. Top oven; drop down door, Main oven; left hinged. Light in main oven, slow cook setting, Hobs; LB; 2kw, LF; 2kw, RF; 1kw, RB; 2.9kw

  Comments

  Good points: basic and unfussy design, suitable for small households, achieved good results when cooking fruit cake in top oven. Drawbacks: No clock, manual ignition, restricted oven space

  Rating: 72/100

  Price Range: £259 - 329

  Stockist: 01923 818 121 - http://www.beko.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Zanussi ZCG563FX gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven;Dimensions; 90 x 50 x 67 cm. Top oven volume; 19l. Main oven volume; 39l. Top oven; 1 shelf/1 grill pan/ 2 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 6 shelf positions. Top oven; drop down door. Main oven; left hinge. Hobs; LB; 2kw, LF; 2.8kw, FR; 1kw, BR; 2kw.

  Comments

  Good points: Even grilling, excellent results for hob test. Draw backs: no clock, manual ignition, oven struggled on full capacity, restricted oven space. 

  Rating: 70/100

  Price Range: £383 - 399

  Stockist: 08445 612612 - http://www.zanussi.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Leisure GR6GVCP gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven; Dimensions; 90 x 60 x 65 cm. Top oven volume; 18l. Main oven volume 45l. Top oven; 1 shelf/1 grill pan/ 2 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 1 door shelf/ 6 shelf positions. Top oven; drop down door. Main oven; left hinge. Light in main oven. Hobs; LB; 2kw, LF; 2kw, RB; 1kw, RF; 2.9kw.

  Comments

  Good points: Nice country range appearance, cream coloured. Draw backs: Manual ignition, small viewing window.

  Rating: 70/100

  Price Range: £448 - 548

  Stockist: 0800 6345711 - http://www.leisure-rangecookers.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Cannon C50GCSF gas cooker

  Features

  Freestanding double oven; Dimensions; 93 x 50 x 64 cm. Top oven volume; 19l Main oven volume41l. Top oven; 1 shelf/ 1 grill pan/ 3 shelf positions. Main oven; 2 shelves/ 5 shelf positions. Top oven; drop down door. Main oven; left hinge. Light in main oven. Slow cooking setting Automatic cooking, Glass hob cover, Hobs; LB; 1.9kw, LF; 1kw, RB; 1.9kw, RF; 2.6kw

  Comments

  Good points: Lights in both top and bottom oven, Auto ignition. Draw backs: Low visibility into main oven, uneven browning of food.

  Rating: 70/100

  Price Range: £468 - 500

  Stockist: 08000 92 19 22 - http://www.cannoncooking.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2010

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  Review of Siemens EC645HU90E gas hob

  Features

  58 x 52cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 3.3kw, 1kw, 1.75kw, 3kw. Timer.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Mix of controls, knobs for controlling temperature and touch control for the timer.

  Drawbacks: Non removable controls.

  Rating: 78/100

  Price Range: £341 - 375

  Stockist: 0844 892 9044 - http://www.siemens-home.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

  
  

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  Review of Bosch PCR715M90E gas hob

  Good Housekeeping Top Scorer

  Features

  52 x 71cm 5 burner hob. Wattages; 1kw, 1.75kw, 1.75kw, 3kw, 5kw. Ultra-rapid burner.

  Comments

   

  Good Points: Manual control to turn off gas, well made design, fast boiling times.

  Drawbacks: Non removable controls. 

  Rating: 78/100

  Price Range: £329 - 490

  Stockist: 0844 892 8925 - http://www.bosch-home.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Neff T23536N0GB gas hob

  Features

  58 x 51.5cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 1.7kw, 1kw, 1.7kw, 3kw. Stainless steel, cast iron pan supports. Glass control panel.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Ultra rapid burners, simmer burner, no crevices easy to clean.

  Drawbacks: Non removable controls.

  Rating: 73/100

  Price Range: £249 - 380

  Stockist: 0844 892 9033 - http://www.neff.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Smeg SER60SGH3 gas hob

  Features

  59.5 x 50cm 4 burner hob in diamond formation. Wattages; 4.05kw, 1.05kw, 2.55kw, 1.65kw. Ultra rapid dual 3- way burner.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Simple design, cast iron supports.

  Drawbacks: Large burner became discoloured and tarnished quickly, fingerprints were visible.

  Rating: 75/100

  Price Range: £202 - 368

  Stockist: 0844 557 9907 - http://www.smeguk.com

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Baumatic P76SS gas hob

  Features

  74 x 51cm 5 burner hob. Wattages; 1kw, 1.75kw, 3kw, 1.75kw, 4.2kw. large ultra rapid burner.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Removable controls,

  Drawbacks: Not the most practical design would have been better if larger burners were at the front.

  Rating: 68/100

  Price Range: £329 - 492

  Stockist: 0118 933 6900 - http://www.baumatic.com

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of AEG Electrolux 65807G-B gas hob

  Features

  59 x 53cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 1kw, 1.9kw, 2.9kw, 1.9kw. Gas on glass.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Hob hot light indicator, removable controls.

  Drawbacks: No spillage well, slight dirt trap at back under pan support.

  Rating: 77/100

  Price Range: £319 - 504

  Stockist: 01325 744094 - http://www.magnet.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Belling GHU60GC gas hob

  Features

  57 x 50cm 4 hob burner. Wattages; 1kw, 2kw, 2kw, 3kw. Built in timer. Stainless steel.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Removable controls, easy to clean.

  Drawbacks: Very streaky once cleaned, visible fingerprint marks.

  Rating: 76/100

  Price Range: £155 - 275

  Stockist: 0844 8153746 - http://www.belling.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of New World NWGHU60SS gas hob

  Features

  58 x 50cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 2.5kw, 1.1kw, 1.8kw, 1.8kw. separate ignition button.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Removable controls,

  Drawbacks: Difficult to clean up spills, unclear markings.

  Rating: 71/100

  Price: £120

  Stockist: 0871 2222 635 - http://www.newworldappliances.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of John Lewis JLBIGH602 gas hob

  Features

  59 x 51cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 2kw, 1kw, 2kw, 3kw.

  Comments

  Good points: Cast iron supports, very simple design.

  Rating: 75/100

  Price: £199

  Stockist: 08456 049 049 - http://www.johnlewis.com

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Beko HIZG 64120 SX gas hob

  Features

  59 x 51cm 4 burner hob. Wattages; 2.9kw, 1kw, 2kw, 2kw.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Removable controls, simple design.

  Drawbacks: Scratches easily and visible fingerprint marks.

  Rating: 72/100

  Price Range: £87 - 250

  Stockist: 0845 600 4904 - http://www.beko.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Fisher and Paykel CG705CWFCXI gas hob

  Features

  68 x 50cm 5 burner hob. Wattages; 0.3kw, 1.75kw, 3kW, 3.5kw. Brushed steel, cast iron pan supports, separate support for wok burner.

  Comments

   

  Good points: Separate wok burner with removable support.

  Drawbacks: Smears after cleaning, non removable controls.

  Rating: 76/100

  Price Range: £250 - 350

  Stockist: 0845 066 2200 - http://www.fisherpaykel.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Miele KM 2032 gas hob

  Features

  74 x 52cm 5 burner hob. Wattages; 2.6kw, 1.75kw, 1kw, 1.75kw, 3.8kw. Wok burner.

  Comments

   

  Good Points: Removable controls, sturdy well made hob and pan supports. Good for control and evenness of browning.

  Drawbacks: Fingerprint marks were visible.

  Rating: 79/100

  Price Range: £682 - 898

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of AEG Electrolux HK654200F-B induction hob

  Features

  60 x 53cm 4 plate hob. Wattages; 3.7kw, 2.5kw, 2.8kw, 2.8kw. touch control, power boost option, audio sound when controls are pressed, timer. Child lock.

  Comments

  Good points: Simple and easy to use, easy to clean, quick reactions to adjustments in temperature. Drawbacks: Residual heat indicator does not show if the hob is switched on and off.

  Rating: 86/100

  Price Range: £554 - 723

  Stockist: 01325 744094 - http://www.magnet.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

  
  

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  Review of John Lewis JLB11H603 induction hob

  Features

  59 x 53cm 4 plate hob. Wattages; 3.1kw, 1.8kw, 1.4kw, 2.8kw. touch control, power boost option, audio sound when controls are pressed, timer, child lock.

  Comments

  Good points: Easy to use, uncomplicated design. Drawbacks: Power boost only works on front 2 hobs.

  Rating: 75/100

  Price: £499

  Stockist: 08456 049 049 - http://www.johnlewis.com

  GHI Test Report - May 2010

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  Review of Neff T42D20X0 induction hob

  Features

  59 x 52cm 4 plate hob. Wattages; 1.8kw, 2.2kw,1.8kw,1.4kw. touch control, power boost option, keep warm function, cleaning setting, child lock.

  Comments

  Good points: Rapid heat up. Quick boiling times. Drawbacks: Fiddly to use, took a bit of time to get used to the control setup. Reactions to changes in temperature setting were slow.

  Rating: 80/100

  Price Range: £479 - 629

  Stockist: 0844 892 9033 - http://www.neff.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - May 2010